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Definition of micromeria
micromeria
/ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈmɪər.i.ə/
mi · cro · me · ri · a
Plural:micromerias
micromeria Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
12
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A genus of small, aromatic flowering plants in the mint family (Lamiaceae), characterized by tiny leaves and tubular flowers, native to temperate and subtropical regions of Europe, Asia, and Africa.
Example
"A fragrant herbal tea can be brewed from the leaves of wild micromeria harvested from the Mediterranean hillsides."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from Modern Latin, from the Greek 'mikros' (small) and 'meris' (part), originally referring to the small leaves and floral parts characteristic of the plant.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Micromeria. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/micromeria